About to retire permanently and decided to get a new full size router, fixed & plunge base and some accessories/bits for a new hobby. This is an interesting make I think I'll give a shot at. Great video. Thank you

@davidographicsguy

5 ай бұрын

That would be awesome! Can you record and post your project?

Cedar that's fairly soft and it's resistant to the weather perfect Choice 👍 I'm new to your community I like this good idea! I have a how to channel I'm a woodworker and I'm tiling my bathroom shower presently look forward to hearing from you keep up the good work Ken

Really great video. Nice, clear and concise. Thanks for posting it - just what I needed. x

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tatyana!

Absolutely great workmanship. Thank you for the video.

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Do you woodwork too?

Superb work. Love it. THANK YOU for posting x

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome! Thank you!

Great Job. You explained everything well. Thank you for posting.

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome. Do you carve wood too?

This was really neat. Thank you for taking the time to show and explain the detailed steps. There are a lot of good ideas here.

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome!

Great vid. You make it look easy. I learned a lot watching you work. Thank you. From Missouri

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Jack! That is inspiring. Keep up the great work!

great piece. thanks you are a true artist its takes dedication and love to do such a wonderful work of art

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Are you a wood carver too?

Thanks for sharing your talent, thoughts and videos. As a newbie to woodworking this was perfect for me. I really appreciate your time and effort to helping us learn how to make projects like these. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and videos, Rodney

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Keep having fun with woodworking projects 👍

Fantastic design and craftsmanship! Nicely documented and explained too! Thanks for the info.

@sebarindamerthus5992

4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful very artistic Tool How much that can Cost

WHAT A HELL OF A JOB BEAUTIFUL AND FINAL PRODUCT !👍👌

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Marco!

Nicely done I like your Technique you really have simplified this process 👍 Look forward to hearing from you Ken God bless

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! We’re going to remodel our bathroom soon, I will review your videos when it’s time to tile. Thank you!👍

This is really refreshing to see all done by hand. No, I won't be able do craft like this.....

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

😁 Thank you!

WOW! ONE OF THE BEST INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS ON KZread. THANKS. YOU MADE MY DAY.

@davidographicsguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Awesome Mr David.....great very interesting project.

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Just got myself a router to start to do something very similar to that. Thanks for taking the time to film yourself so us newbies can pick up some tips. Top Job. 👍🏻

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Have fun! Post your project :)

I am totally brand new in the woodworking field ... so far just watching videos on KZread I’m getting fascinated more and more

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Go for it! Even if you start with a simple inexpensive set of hobby carving tools. You'll love it!

What a great video. I can't wait to watch more from your channel. As a woodworker and finisher, I am always looking for ways to differentiate my business model. I have made some signs for personal use but never thought of using golding on one for exterior use. Thanks for the video and most of all, you're voice-over instructional.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome Matt, You could make some samples to show potential clients. Thank you!

Looks fabulous! Well Done

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Great video. I teach students how to make similar signage using a CNC, and watching this makes me appreciate hand tools. I’ve never attempted gold gilding and now I’m anxious to try, thank you for the step by step instructions.

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

That’s so awesome! You’re very welcome. Careful, gold is highly addictive and very fun! 😀 framemasters1969.com/23-karat-patent-genuine-gold-leaf-double-weight-160-g-8-5-cm-x-8-5-cm-book-of-25-leaves/

You have the hand-eye coordination to draw and route. I never will. BUMMER! I would have to augment my lack of GOD GIVEN talent with CNC.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Neither did I at first 😁 we keep wrecking wood until we finally get there 👍😀

Hi David....I loved the video, I found it very inspiring, just like when I first saw David Smith (gold leaf) on KZread. I love your generous heart that shares advice openly just like Dave.S. Looking forward to seeing more of your skilled work. God bless Southampton UK

@davidographicsguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you John, that is very encouraging. 👍😀

Fantastic Job and explanation. Sign came out great. Makes me want to go play with my router and dremmel!

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Do it Tom! It’s rewarding and more fun than watching videos. 👍😀

👍👍👍one of the best video I have ever seen.... thank you great job

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Do you do woodworking too?

I'M here to support your videos,come soon,dont be late

Wow Excellent Video/Tutorial David! Amazing how much I learned from this short video! Thank you Very Much for taking the time to make and share! Looking forward to seeing many more! Have A Super Week!.....*Gus*

@davidographicsguy

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Do you make carved signs too?

@aliasglilou7914

5 жыл бұрын

Short video!!!

Great job looks fantastic

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andy!

Beautiful work. Thank you

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bone! 😀

Handsome sign. Was thinking of carving my Paint Brush sign (for the paint brush aisle) but want to keep it simple. Too many cool options out there!

@davidographicsguy

7 жыл бұрын

For sure. You can also cut out the individual elements and create a 3D sign which is a little easier and creates an eye popping effect. Thank you!

Cut and clear explanation. Thanks for sharing.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Desmond!

Lovely video!! Thanks! Generally, I cut corners when painting the letters. I like to fill the background with sand and spray paint the letter-cum-numbers from there. Once dry, I then remove the sand of course.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

That is genius!!!! Consider your great idea stolen 😁👍 Thank you!

@bullswoodworks8398

4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a video of this? Id love to see that in action!!!

@michaelmajersky212

4 жыл бұрын

@@davidographicsguy /

Great job, very talented.

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Beautiful job!

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Geoff!

9:20 wonderful skill with the brush

Excellent workmanship!

@garmar704

6 жыл бұрын

And a great, easy to follow presentation too :)

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Beautiful, I have always considered sign work a art form all in itself.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Amen to that! Are you making signs?

@jimmiehall1725

4 жыл бұрын

@@davidographicsguy I always wanted to, do a lot of playing with type but I'm 69 and hands are full of arthritis, missed my chance. But I'll sure be watching you and enjoying your work.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Oh man, I’m so sorry. I’ll keep pumping them out while I’m able. I’m creeping up on 60 myself 😁

Very good work, best regards from Manaus, Amazonas, Brasil !

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Oh Wow! Muito obrigado! :)

Thanks Dave......GREAT NARATIVE!!!....(Been missin your videos....thought you quit!) love the OL-skool' engin'-turnin'.....I love doin'-it....often customers will go the extra $ when they see a sample.....usually incorporate it into some of the stripping too......makes for a real eye catcher....... Keep up the good work......alway enjoy watchin' ya!

@davidographicsguy

7 жыл бұрын

Ha! Thank you! I got really busy. I'm working on another alphabet video and a sign process video too. This one was a quick project for a client. I would love to see your gold projects.

I love it. Thank you for posting!

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😀

Thank you mr. David I think I would go for it cuz it is totally awesome hobby

Great video top job beautiful work 👍

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Great job! From Texas

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Humberto! Are you carving too?

U r very helpful. Specially when u are telling about bit sizes. And ur work is amazing

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Do you do wood carving too?

@OnlyDubai

6 жыл бұрын

+davidographicsguy no I don't do . but I have seen a lot of videos. It's my hobby and made me calm! One day I will start when am ready to start 👍🏽😃

beautiful work!

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Looks great thanks for sharing, that would take a few ours

@davidographicsguy

7 жыл бұрын

Yes. I didn't time it, but probably around four hours from start to install I'm guessing. Thank you!

Nicely done!!

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

That's awesome! Yes, I agree, the methodical "drifting into the carving " part is soothing.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aldaberto!

Awesome vid! Subscribed and shared!

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Do you do wood carving too?

Excellent wood work 💐👌🙏, Amarjeet Singh from Dehradun (India).

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

Love gold-leaf...I wish I was talented...

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, it’s just a system. Just a little time and commitment and you can do it.

@nohrsorensen

3 жыл бұрын

@Mike Ivy I’m sure you are talented, don’t beat yourself up ❤️

Has hecho un excelente❤ trabajo. Yo tambien quiero uno!😀

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Ja! Muchas Gracias Carnal!

Wow. Impressive!

@davidographicsguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

genial... muy buen video..excelente trabajo

A respectful comment based on 45 years making signs. On that split wood on the 3: there is a technique called "climb-cutting" - you run your router the "wrong" direction. In the case of the 3 where you had trouble, you'd run the router right-to-left. Use this technique in any area where you come to a situation where the router's going to get caught in the grain like that. Even the sharpest brand-new bit can dig the grain like that, depending on the species, grain, and dryness of the wood. I think of it as "rolling" along the wood rather than "back-pedaling" against the wood. It is a slightly dangerous technique and MUST be used with great care and a firm grip, as the router can skitter away from you in a fraction of a second. Try this on some scraps - great thing to remember on the two troublesome outside corners - which most rectangular signs have - these can present the same grain-splitting issue.

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Very well said John, that’s a great explanation of flowing with the grain. Cedar is more like digging through thick carpet whereas Redwood, the grains are like speed bumps 😁 I was a little careless going around the bottom of the three. I have to have my head in the game every second. Thank you!

Very good video. that spinning is like engine turning on steel.

@davidographicsguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim! Do you do gold or steel work?

Hi,! It's Art. Beautiful work.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sohrab!

Nice project great job.))

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

You sir are a detail master, tnx for sharing it with the world!!! 😎

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Are you a wood carver too?

Looks really nice.

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Do you carve too?

Excellent presentation, Really enjoyed it

@davidographicsguy

3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad, thank you! Are you carving too?

@johnwhite1608

3 жыл бұрын

@@davidographicsguy just starting out

Great job!

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Amazing😍😍😍👍🏾great work with lot of care

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Do you do woodworking too?

@zohourq3300

6 жыл бұрын

I 'm really intrrsting ,just start to make a simple things

Who needs a freaking cnc. Great freehandmanship.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Ha! Thank you Karl.

Why would anyone give a thump down for such a beautiful work?! Great work and video production my friend. Salutes from Egypt :)

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Ha! I don't know. Wow! Egypt, That's so cool! shukrān gazēlan I hope this is correct :) Do you wood work too?

@user-lq2cx3sc2k

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah it`s correct :) And no I don`t wood work, but I`ll learn and start to. I loved what you did. Thank you for the beauty you added and the willing to inspire others for free. God bless you.

Awesomeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Maestro

And good for a beginner project. Thank you.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, one could do these for fun, friends, neighbors, etc...

Great job,as well as some good tips!Thanks for sharing...

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I see you're a wood worker too. Among many other talents. Have you posted any of your projects?

@CajunPride777

6 жыл бұрын

davidographicsguy :Only on Pinterest.I've thought about doing KZread videos as well..I've been busy remodeling my home,once I'm done with my studio I may start a channel:)

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Dang! When do you sleep? :)

@CajunPride777

6 жыл бұрын

lol😁 I'm at night owl ..I've always had trouble sleeping at night.Night's are when I'm most productive! ;)

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Ha! Me too. Look forward to your posts.

Thanks for sharing!

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

impressed with the result

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Lovely work..

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Grace! 😀

I've leafed B4 but hadn't added the fire twist effect. NICE!

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

It’s fun and adds a neat texture. It’s a good idea to make a test piece with our project since spinning is so time sensitive. 👍

Those scoop things - they're called gouges. Cedar is a very "stringy" wood for carving and chips out a lot when using a router. A good wood for carving this type of project is Basswood (Linden). Its soft like cedar but has very little grain pattern. A favourite for realistic decoy carvers.

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

I agree! I love basswood. I choose cedar for exterior durability and rough 'ol world' look. :)

nice tutorial and tips david,regards from the u.k.

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Do you wood carve too?

@5j1o3h6n

6 жыл бұрын

have done a couple of signs,but mainly knife handles and sticks,will have to get a stand/holder for my dremel,much easier to control than a large router.cheers john.

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Yeah, the Dremel is a sweet versatile tool. Cheers!

Well done ..good job buddy

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!رحيم حسن العكيلي

Amazing look! I love it

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Do you carve wood too?

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Oh wait, Duh! I just checked out your channel. Dang! You do amazing intricate work!

Artist's work

Molt bona feina!!

Excellent work. I love it. Thanks for sharing

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome. Are you a wood carver?

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Oh, wait, you're an amazing pianist. :)

@ilhanboke5264

6 жыл бұрын

davidographicsguy no. But I respect handicraft

Nice job, brother!

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great work!

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Are you a wood worker?

@markc7974

6 жыл бұрын

In my spare time, to tell the truth woodworking is a great stress reliever.

Hermoso trabajo!!!!

@davidographicsguy

Ай бұрын

Muchísimas Gracias!

Awesome video, I've always wondered how these were made

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Jason, yeah, there are different techniques, this just one way.

Wow nice job

@davidographicsguy

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Super cool. I cheated on doing my numbers. I cut each of them on a band saw and glued it on lol

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

Great idea, you could gold leaf the side edges of the letters for an even cooler 3D effect. 👍

Nice Job!!

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Melissa!

Great eyeballing it all :-)

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

👀 Thank you!

Nice carving router ❤

@davidographicsguy

16 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

Great work 👍

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😀

@davidsmithskytography4852

5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome

AMAZING!!!!

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Muchas gracias!

Nice work mate

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

great job -thanks

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Charles!

Excelente video buen trabajo 👍🍺🍻🍺🍻🍺🍻🍺🍻🍺🍻🍺🍻🍺🍻

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Muchas Gracias Jose! Muchas cerveza por favor! :)

Parabéns excelente trabalho!!

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Muito obrigado Humberto!

Nice work. I would have left the excess wood in place until after I'd routed right up to the letters with the small router, more support for the router base that way.

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent suggestion! Thank you!

Great work, you could use a dremel for those little scoops.

@davidographicsguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, I did use one to clean the background up. 👍😀

great thing about welding is you can put it back on grind it to shape and no one's the wiser

@davidographicsguy

4 жыл бұрын

Ha! Touché! Is that you bust’n shoplifters? 😁

@shitmonkey

4 жыл бұрын

@@davidographicsguy I forgot those were there but yeah waaaay back in the day,,, I hated that job but it paid the rent

I do a lot of these. I also do other designs but I do use a router to knock out most of the material that i need to get rid of.

@davidographicsguy

6 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Have you posted any of your work? What type of wood do you like to work with?

Fantastic

@davidographicsguy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

very cool

@davidographicsguy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏